EMU Symphony Orchestra

The EMU Symphony Orchestra is an organization of approximately 70 string, woodwind, brass, and percussion music majors, minors, and non-music majors, which performs a wide variety of standard orchestral repertoire, new music, and lesser known orchestral literature. The Symphony Orchestra performs on average six concerts per year, including the popular Halloween Concert in October and matinee Children's Concerts in December. Additionally, the orchestra performs in EMU's Music Now Fest, which is held every other year. The orchestra has performed to critical acclaim at the Midwestern Conference on School Vocal and Instrumental Music in Ann Arbor, and has earned accolades from internationally known composers and conductors.

The mission of the Symphony Orchestra at Eastern Michigan University is to learn great music well and share it with others. Learn more about the history of the EMU Symphony Orchestra >

Rehearsals take place from 1:00 to 2:50 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays in 106 Alexander. Each string section also has a sectional rehearsal for one hour per week. Symphony Orchestra is offered during both the fall and winter semesters.

Calendar of Events

Wind and Percussion Ensemble Auditions >
For Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, and Symphony Orchestra
January 5 - 6, 2009

EMU Symphony Orchestra 2008-2009 Calendar of Events >

Scholarships

Many University, Music Department, and orchestra scholarships are available to University Orchestra members. For information, eligibility requirements, and application procedures on University and Department awards, click here or contact the Department of Music and Dance at (734) 487-4380.

Faculty

Professor Kevin Miller, conductor